Michigan
Munising is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,907. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Munising receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Munising offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Munising is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Munising is $112,300, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Munising is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,162 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.
27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Munising has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,375 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,154 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $951 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,546 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
| County GDP | $332M |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,450 |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.96% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $112,300 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,090 |
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,450 |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.96% |
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,606/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,161.8/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 129.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,032.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.7 inches |
| 17% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 615 ft (187 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4309°N, 86.6194°W |
| County FIPS | 26003 |
Winner: Republican by 19.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.5% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Retail Stores | 44 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |